QUOTE (Teresa of Ávila) – Mar. 28

March 28, 2014

“May today there be peace within. May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith. May you use those gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content knowing that you are a child of God. Let this presence settle into our bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and everyone of you.”
~ Teresa of Ávila

In honor of Teresa of Ávila, a Spanish Mystic and Carmelite nun, who was born on this day in 1515.

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I remember a story about Teresa from when I was very young. A woman asked Teresa her opinion of another woman, and Teresa had a very positive response. Astonished, the woman said, “How could you be so kind? Don’t you remember what she did to you?” Teresa replied, “No, I don’t remember. In fact, I distinctly remember forgetting it.”